Technical Specifications

TECHNICAL DATA
RSD-44
ROCKSOLID
®
PEARLESCENT
ADDITIVE FLOOR COATING SYSTEM
2
Form: GDH-1180
Rev.: 020119
PRODUCT APPLICATION (cont.)
CONCRETE PREPARATION – For coating over bare
concrete (cont.)
Mix the concrete etch powder (sold separately) with 2
gallons of water until dissolved. (DO NOT add concrete etch
directly to paint).
The solution contains a mild citric acid. (DO NOT use
muriatic acid).
Pre-wet entire floor using a hose; then remove pooled water.
Use a plastic watering can to evenly distribute the etch
solution over a 10’ x 10’ section of floor. Scrub vigorously
with a bristle brush to loosen dirt and dust. Keep the section
wet until it has been etched and rinsed; then move on to the
next section.
Once completed, rinse and squeegee the entire floor to
remove any traces of etch. DO NOT leave pooled water on
the floor. Etch will not discolor driveways or harm grass or
plants if rinsed thoroughly. Allow the floor to dry thoroughly.
Rub your fingers over the dry floor. If dust or powder comes
off on your fingers, repeat scrubbing and rinsing until the
floor is clean. Note: If the floor is not thoroughly cleaned and
rinsed, the coating may not adhere properly.
MIXING
MIX ONLY ONE POUCH AT A TIME. Both components and
the environment should be pre-conditioned to a minimum of
40ºF (4ºC) prior to use. Be sure the air and surface
temperatures are at least 5º above the dew point.
Place a tarp on the ground and thoroughly mix the material
in the pouch by shaking it both up and down and back and
forth and squeezing each side of the pouch. Any clumps
need to be massaged to break them up to ensure proper
blending.
Combine the two components by placing the pouch on the
ground and rolling it from the part A side towards the part B
side like a tube of toothpaste. This will create pressure in
the part A side and force the middle seal to burst, allowing
the two components to mix together. Thoroughly mix the
materials by shaking the pouch back and forth and
squeezing the edges and corners toward the center of the
pouch. Mix for 2-3 minutes. Mix only one pouch at a time.
The product is now activated and must be applied in 45
minutes to 1 hour. Once the material in thoroughly mixed,
use scissors to cut a corner off the pouch and pour the
contents into a 5 quart mixing bucket (sold separately). Add
the Mica Additive into the bucket and mix with a drill motor
and mixing blade or stir stick for 1-2 minutes.
PRODUCT APPLICATION (cont.)
APPLICATION
Apply only when air, material and floor temperatures are
between 40-90°F (4-32°C). Optimal installation temperature
is 55-90°F (13-32°C). Extreme cold application
temperatures may slow the cure time. Do not apply in
direct sunlight. Do not coat the floor if it is raining or if
extremely damp conditions exist. The concrete surface must
be completely dry at the time of the application to achieve
proper adhesion.
Pour the mixed material from the bucket directly onto the
floor about a foot back from the corner wall in 2” wide
ribbons about 5 feet long. Alternate Method: Pour the
contents into a standard paint tray, rather than directly onto
the floor. Trim the edges from the poured ribbon of material
using a good quality synthetic brush. Use the RockSolid ⅜”
Microfiber Roller Cover and 9” roller frame to apply the
coating evenly to the floor in 4’ x 4’ sections in an “M” and
“W” pattern. De-lint the microfiber roller cover prior to
application.
Continue working in 4’ x 4’ sections, pouring a new ribbon 2’
away from the previous section. Use the roller to pull the
material back first; then push forward to fill in the void
between sections. Overlap into the previously coated areas
while taking care to avoid creating thick spots. Occasionally
stir the product in the bucket to keep the mica additive
mixed. Coverage and opacity may vary based on the
condition and porosity of the concrete. Only one coat is
necessary. Do not coat over control joints. Use a flexible
control joint fill material if desired. Repeat the above steps
for each additional pouch.
COVERAGE RATE
Each Polycuramine pouch with Pearlescent Additive will
cover up to 200-250 square feet. Coverage may vary based
on condition and porosity of the concrete.
DRY TIME
Temperature and humidity may affect drying time. Do not
walk on the coating while it is still tacky. Surface should be
ready for foot traffic in 8-10 hours and vehicle traffic in 24-36
hours depending upon temperature and humidity.
CLEAN-UP
Clean tools and equipment with acetone. Allow unused
product to harden in container and dispose according to
local regulations.